Social events

Arena Village Events

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Arena Village Events
Your accommodation community starts here.

Res Life events are designed to help you feel connected, supported, and part of the community throughout the year. From social events and wellbeing activities to helpful advice and informal drop-ins, there's plenty of opportunities to get involved, meet others, and make the most of living in halls.

Pizza

Pizza and Pop

Reception, Arena Village

Free pizza, soft drinks and a warm welcome to halls. Meet neighbours and start making connections.

  • Sunday 13 September 2026, 17:00-19:00
Two girls chatting and having coffee in canteen

Tea Time

Reception, Arena Village

Pop in for a brew, a biscuit and a chat with the ResLife team!

  • Tuesday 15 and 22 September, 14:00-17:00
  • Wednesday 21 October, 14:00-17:00
Someone using a dustpan and brush to clean the floor

Giveaway!

Reception, Arena Village

Think you're the cleanest person in your flat? Put your knowledge to the test and win useful cleaning supplies.

  • Wednesday 16 and 23 September, 13:00-15:00
Student cooking with frying pan

Cooking drunk?

Reception, Arena Village

Take on the beer goggle challenge and learn how to stay safe in the kitchen.

  • Monday 28 September, 16:00-18:00
Chalk drawn yellow and white smiley face

World Mental Health Day

Reception, Arena Village

Pick up some study-friendly wellbeing freebies and discover simple ways to look after your mental health this semester.

  • Friday 9 October, 16:00-18:00
Fireworks in dark sky

Bonfire night

Reception, Arena Village

Join us for candy apples and conversation as we mark Bonfire Night with important fire safety advice. Learn simple ways to reduce risks in halls and pick up practical tips to help keep yourself and your flatmates safe.

  • Thursday 5 November, 16:00-18:00
Hot chocolate with marshmallows sitting on a book, with scattered autumn leaves and a tartan blanket laid to the side

Free hot chocolate!

Reception, Arena Village

Share your feedback on life in halls and claim a free hot chocolate when you complete our survey.

  • Wednesday 30 September, 15:00-17:00
  • Friday 27 November, 16:00-18:00
Shopping trolley

Thrifty with finances

Reception, Arena Village

How much does your weekly shop really cost? Join us to test your knowledge, learn budgeting tips, and build confidence in managing your food spending while living away from home.

  • Monday 5 October, 14:00-16:00
Art style hands coming together

World mental health day

Reception, Arena Village

Pick up some study friendly wellbeing freebies and discover simple ways to look after your mental health this semester.

  • Friday 9 October, 16:00-18:00
santa tv adverts

Christmas movie nights

Social Space, Arena Village

Join us for regular evening film screenings on the countdown to Christmas! We're talking a free film, comfy seating and good company. The perfect way to switch off after a busy week!

  • Mon - Fri in December, from 19:00
Frothy coffee in a white cup, next to a croissant

Breakfast meet Up

Reception, Arena Village

Free pastries, juice and the answers to the questions you haven't thought of yet. Come and meet the Res Life team over breakfast!

  • Monday 14 and 21 September, Monday 12 October, 10:00-12:00
Painting mugs

Crafty session

Social Space, Arena Village

Uni can be a lot. Take an hour for yourself with this weeks craft activity, we'll provide hot drinks and a calm space to recharge!

  • Thursday 17 and 24 September, 15:00-17:00
The Residence Life team

Flat Visits

Arena Village

We're coming to you! Say hello to the Res Life team, ask questions and find out what's happening in halls.

  • Friday 18 and 25 September, all day
Shopping trolley

Guess the groceries

Reception, Arena Village

Are you the Aldi aficionado of the flat? The Tesco tastemaker? Guess the cost of our trolley to win prizes! 

  • Monday 6 October, 14:00-16:00
Smaller pumpkin in front of a larger pumpkin

Halls'o'ween scavenger hunt

Arena Village

Hidden pumpkins. Prizes. A little bit of competition. Explore your halls and see what you can find!

  • Monday 26 October, all day
Students and employers at the Get Involved: Get Hired careers event

Halls to Hired

Reception, Arena Village

Test your interview knowledge and discover tips to create a CV that stands out.

  • Monday 9 November, 14:00-16:00
Road markings showing the direction

Road safety week

Reception, Arena Village

Test your driving skills with our "beer goggles" and see just how much alcohol can affect coordination and judgement.

  • Tuesday 17 November, 16:00-18:00
Money jar

Thrifty with finances: deal or no deal

Reception, Arena Village

Deal or scam? Test your instincts, uncover the red flags, and see if you can tell a genuine deal from a costly scam.

  • Monday 2 November, 14:00-16:00
Theatre seating area

Move in Movie Night

Social Space, Arena Village

Vote for the movie, grab some snacks and a mocktail, and enjoy a fun movie night with fellow residents.

  • Friday 2 October, 19:00-21:00
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